INT 167 - How to Overcome Lack of Manager Support

Are you ready to confidently navigate the corporate world, build meaningful internal networks, and position yourself as a leader who shines? 

Join us as we dive into the inspiring conversation between Linda Yates and Dr. Carol Parker Walsh on "Int-HER-rupt," where they explore the powerful dynamics of women's leadership, self-advocacy, and career transformation.

One issue that many women leaders face is overcoming the lack of support from others. But thanks to Dr. Walsh's insights and advice, you'll discover different strategies to help you overcome this challenge. 

Listen to this empowering episode and harness your leadership potential to gain the career you desire and deserve.

Empowering Women to Shine

• Dr. Walsh is passionate about empowering other women to realize their potential, gain confidence, and learn critical leadership skills. 
• Her inspiration stems from her profound impact on women's careers, validated by the powerful feedback from those she's coached. 
• Motivated by her desire to set a leadership example for her children, she embodies perseverance and confidence — a testament to her personal journey as a female leader and mentor.

Self-Advocacy and Organizational Navigation

• Dr. Walsh recounts how she navigated a reorganization within her workplace by networking with pivotal leaders, ensuring her position stayed intact after her boss's departure. 
• She stresses the importance of internal networking and fostering relationships, underscoring that relying solely on one's manager for support and advocacy is insufficient. 
• She continues to inspire by advocating for individuals, especially women, to self-promote and acknowledge their own contributions to avoid being overshadowed.

Leading with Empathy and Inclusivity

• The discussion transitions to strategies for leaders to support their teams without fear of being outshone. 
• Dr. Walsh advocates for celebrating team member successes, promoting a collaborative work environment, and conducting micro-conversations to pinpoint team needs. 
• This nurturing approach aligns with her message that women possess innate qualities like empathy and inclusive leadership, which are in high demand in the current business landscape.

Creating Your Career Path

• Linda and Dr. Walsh emphasized the necessity of envisioning and proactively crafting one's ideal career trajectory. They offer guidance on effectively advocating for this vision within an organization. 
• Recognizing the challenges posed by toxic managers, they provide practical advice on seeking alternative opportunities within one's company, expanding networks, and preventing adverse managerial behavior from impacting performance.

Women in Leadership — The Way Forward

• Dr. Walsh expressed the potential advantages organizations could reap from women in leadership positions. 
• She illustrates how employing women's unique leadership traits can increase revenue and enhance overall engagement, propelling the conversation toward the crucial role of women in revolutionizing today's leadership dynamics.

Developing a Strong Voice

• Despite interruptions in her career, Dr. Walsh overcame these obstacles by asserting her importance and refusing to be silenced. 
• Her resilience is an inspiring reminder for listeners to uphold their confidence and the significance of their voice in any situation.

This episode of “Int-HER-rupt” provides invaluable insights on handling difficult situations as a woman leader. Dr. Carol Parker Walsh's expertise and personal narratives chart a pragmatic map for women to self-advocate, self-promote, and seamlessly integrate their intrinsic leadership qualities into the ever-evolving tapestry of modern organizations.

Your journey to becoming the CEO of your career begins with this enlightening discussion. Don’t miss this opportunity to redefine your professional narrative; listen to the episode now!

“Women-led organizations tend to do better from a revenue standpoint than organizations led by men by almost 30%. That's a powerful statistic. They are better at housing, inclusive leadership, having greater insights into diversity, and having a more engaged workforce when women are at the helm. So that's telling you that there's something embedded in how we show up that's been minimized that we need to bring to the forefront. And once we could start doing that, we really can really shine as leaders.” - Dr. Carol Parker Walsh. 

Resources

Carolparkerwalsh.com

Dr. Carol Parker Walsh on LinkedIn

If this episode connected with you, reach out to Linda and let her know. This podcast is produced by TSE Studios. Check out other podcasts by TSE Studios, including this episode’s sponsor, The Sales Evangelist, helping new and struggling sellers close more deals and achieve their sales goals. Subscribe to the IntHERrupt Podcast so you won’t miss a single show. Find us on Apple Podcast, Google Podcast, Spotify, and Stitcher. Audio created by Ryan Rasmussen Productions.